Emirates: Top destinations for Thais

BANGKOK, 31 January 2019: Emirates, the world’s largest Dubai-based international airline unveiled the top five most visited destinations by Thais who flew with the airline in 2018.

With growth in travel opportunities and
disposable income, it is no surprise that Thai outbound travel was on the rise
in 2018, estimated at 10 million Thais travelling overseas, according to the
Thailand Outbound Travel Report 2018.

Emirates identifies the top five
destinations based on the number of visits by Thais flying Emirates in 2018

Dubai

A glittering metropolis of wonder and
contrast with startling feats of engineering such as the Burj Khalifa, the Palm
islands, Burj Al Arab and The Dubai Mall.

The city offers a multi-faceted appeal that
extends to more than just its architecture – with attractions for individual
travellers, couples and families.

The city has a vibrant buzz and energy that
provides a perfect contrast to the tranquillity of its desert retreats, golf
courses, calm seas and beaches; together with historical sites such as the Al
Fahidi Historical District. Thai visitors also enjoy the city’s mega malls
packed with designer names and the traditional souks and vibrant markets. There
is also the added allure of Michelin-starred restaurants for gourmet culinary
lovers – as well as scores of independent restaurants with authentic flavours
to explore that adds up to the over-all contrast and appeal.

Paris

One of the most highly visited cities on
the planet, with over 27 million visitors each year. The captivating French
capital is home to some of the most iconic attractions in the world, from the
Eiffel Tower to Notre Dame and the Champs-Elysées. There is also the appeal of
the iconic Louvre, where the legendary Mona Lisa is housed. Visitors from
Thailand especially enjoy the city for its endless array of brand name shops,
home of Coco Chanel and many world renowned brands – along with a subculture of
hip restaurants, cafes and galleries the lie beneath the surface of this
beautiful city.

Zurich

Switzerland’s biggest city – home to many
of Switzerland’s music, arts and cultural highlights, including Schauspielhaus
and the Opernhaus on Falkenstrasse 1, which regularly stages world-class
operatic productions. The pedestrian-friendly city also offers a wealth of
outdoor pursuits for much of the year, thus Thai visitors and locals alike can
often be found on the enormous Lake Zürich or enjoying outdoor activities such
as cycling and hiking in the summer, or day skiing in the winter. The city is
also known for its sparkling restaurant scene – with many world-class
Michelin-starred restaurants.

Moscow

The thrilling capital city of Russia
situated on the Moskva River in the Central Federal District of European Russia
– known for its rich artistry, history, majesty and the iconic architecture in
historic buildings such as the Saint Basil’s Cathedral with its colourful
architectural style. Thai travellers especially enjoy the country for its
beautiful surroundings and the world-renowned Matryoshka doll aka The Russian
Nesting Doll that is a must-have to complete a true Russian visit.

London

The dynamic city of unforgettable
landmarks, including world-renowned names such as Buckingham Palace, Wembley
Stadium, Big Ben, Regent’s Park, Camden Town, Notting Hill, the London
Underground and the London Eye to name a few. Thai travellers often flock to
London for its appeal of hidden gems in every corner that is complemented by
varying styles of architecture from the classical beauty of St Paul’s Cathedral
to the modern majesty of The Shard. London is also blessed with acres of green
space, with Hyde Park and Regent’s Park – home to the world-famous London Zoo
that offers a welcoming breather from the city.

Apart from the top five most visited
destinations by Thais in 2018, Emirates also offers a range of flights that
connect travellers to more than 150 destinations in 85 countries and
territories.

This includes 6 daily flights from Bangkok
to Dubai and 14 weekly flights from Phuket to Dubai using a mix of the world’s
biggest fleet of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s that allow passengers to connect
onwards to North America, Europe, South America, the Middle East and Africa via
its world-class hub in Dubai. There is also the addition of direct flights from
Bangkok to Hong Kong that adds to the over-all convenience – for the ultimate
fly better experience.

Together with Emirates’ world-class
services and amenities, passengers across all cabins will be entertained
throughout every flight with the airline’s award-winning inflight
entertainment, ice – winner of the Skytrax award for World’s Best Inflight
Entertainment for the 14th consecutive year that offers more than 3,500
channels of movies, TV shows, music and games. Passengers in all cabins can
also share their travel experience on social media and stay connected
throughout the flight, with pre-loaded 20MB of free Wi-Fi data.